The Roof
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
41
Score
The Roof appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The Roof was last inspected on Feb 25, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
The city-wide average sits at 69, which The Roof's 41 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef and chicken over cut romaine in the cook line reach in cooler.
08A-04-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed a food handler come front outside the building put on gloves and engaged with food perperation.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting board soiled. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the dish machine and the triple sink uses chlorine and the establishment has quaternary test strips. **Repeat Violation**
16-32-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. The person in charge doesn't know which sanitizer test kit to use.
53A-14-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in the middle of the kitchen.
36-36-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. The manager put it on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. The manager moved it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef patties on top of the reach in cooler. The manager had the beef and chicken put on the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
41
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
37
Oct 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed upstairs next to the ice machines. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed upstairs next to the ice machines. **Time Extended**
29-28-4
90
Sep 25, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed an umbrella in the sink and brooms and dust pans in front.upstairs next to the dish machine. The manager removed the items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed the hand washing sink closer to the kitchen entrance has been removed. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with a clear liquid not labeled at the bar.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed upstairs next to the ice machines.
29-28-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar.
31B-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a utensil in a water temperature of 82°F. The cook poured out the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on top of the ice machine. The manager moved it to shelf. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed two half empty water bottles on prep tables.
12B-07-4
52
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
33
Oct 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed tuna poke on the menu not identified as raw.
02B-02-5
70
Mar 1, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event cleanup to Manager.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white plastic barrier soiled at ice machine located at roof deck area. Employee cleaned plastic barrier of ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Establishment uses a hot water sanitizing dish machine located at kitchen area, no measuring device available for measuring surface temperature provided at time of inspection.
16-62-1
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed employee reporting agreement form to Manager.
11-26-1
67
Sep 6, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Roof last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Roof on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Roof?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Roof.
How does The Roof compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
The Roof most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has The Roof's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Roof have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Roof means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is The Roof inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Roof is inspected around three times per year on average.
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